Robonauts

by Allan Morey

Overview

Robonauts have been built to be substitutes for astronauts. They are made to look and move much like humans so they can take over time-consuming or dangerous space work. This high-interest book lays out the similarities and differences between astronauts and their high-tech doppelgangers.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781681034348
Publisher:	Bellwether Media
Publication date:	08/01/2017
Series:	Space Tech
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	60 MB
Note:	This product may take a few minutes to download.
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years

Table of Contents

Robonaut at Work! 4

What are Robonauts? 6

Parts of Robonauts 10

Robonaut Missions 14

Robonaut 2 Specs 20

Glossary 22

To Learn More 23

Index 24

Editorial Reviews

11/01/2017
Gr 3–6—In this hi-lo series, the title page of each book promises an "epic adventure." Kids will be enticed by the saturated colors and lively fonts. While the amount of information on each page is brief, it highlights the very basics of the topic, and callouts are used effectively to explore additional concepts. For instance, in Robonauts readers learn about the tasks robonauts perform in space, while sidebars discuss NASA's latest model (Valkyrie) and where robonauts' batteries are located (in their backpacks). The layout, at times, is a little cluttered, but readers will stick around because of the energetic tone. Educators will appreciate the nonfiction text features, all of which are well done. VERDICT A fun romp through emergent technology for libraries seeking to expand their nonfiction hi-lo offerings.

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